Dallas Township - Police Officer

Job Overview Department Dallas Township Police Department Type Entry Level Job Title Police Officer Registration Fee $35.00 Contact dhiggins@dallastwp.org Location Dallas, PA

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Be a United States citizen
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Proof of High school diploma or GED
• Possess a valid PA driver's license
• Be of good moral character with no criminal background.
• Be of sound body and good health.
• Satisfactorily complete the following
  • Written Exam
  • Oral Interview
  • Physical Fitness Test
  • Background Investigation
  • Physical Exam
  • Physical Evaluation
  • Firearms Qualification

COMMITMENT TO SERVICE

The Dallas Township Police Department is looking for energetic, committed, intelligent men and women who want an honorable career serving a great community. Our officers are well trained law enforcement professionals dedicated to community-oriented policing. Members are offered opportunities to specialize in various disciplines including:

• Field Operations/Patrol
• Field Training Officer
• Criminal Investigations
• K9
• Traffic Enforcement
• School Resource Officer
• Firearms
• Community Relations

SALARY & BENEFITS

Partial list of benefits available to Dallas Township Police Officers

• Competitive pay
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Vacation & sick leave benefits
• Holiday Pay
• Uniform allowance
• Workers' compensation

Dallas Township Police Department is committed to equal employment opportunity. New hires are evaluated individually according to experience and education.

ABOUT THE DTPD:

The Dallas Township Police Department is a progressive, innovative, and community oriented police department that believes strongly in the principles of crime fighting, community engagement, and professional development. The department employs 13 full time sworn officers, a k9 unit, and 1 civilian.

Dallas Township is located in the northeast region of Luzerne County, covering 18.73 square miles, and home to nearly 9,300 people. 

The department has maintained accreditation through the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission since July 2007.

DALLAS TOWNSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Please direct questions regarding this position to dhiggins@dallastwp.org

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.